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Digital Asset A succinct definition of Digital Asset Digital AssetLevel UpNEWIndividualsBusinessesDevelopersDiscoverCompanyGLOSSARYDIGITAL ASSETCopy linkShare on TwitterShare on FacebookShare on LinkedinDigital AssetA digital asset is any form of electronic data that has economic value and can be owned or controlled by an individual or organisation. These include cryptocurrencies, securities, tokens, art and collectibles, data, and intellectual property.Digital currencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum,…
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Order Book A succinct definition of Order Book Order BookLevel UpNEWIndividualsBusinessesDevelopersDiscoverCompanyGLOSSARYORDER BOOKCopy linkShare on TwitterShare on FacebookShare on LinkedinOrder BookIn cryptocurrency trading, an order book is a real-time, continuously updated list of buy and sell orders for a particular cryptocurrency. It displays the prices and quantities of these orders, organised in a way that helps traders understand the current market demand and supply at different price …
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Relative Strength Index (RSI) A succinct definition of Relative Strength Index (RSI) Relative Strength Index (RSI)Level UpNEWIndividualsBusinessesDevelopersDiscoverCompanyGLOSSARYRELATIVE STRENGTH INDEX (RSI)Copy linkShare on TwitterShare on FacebookShare on LinkedinRelative Strength Index (RSI)The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is a popular momentum indicator used in technical analysis to measure the speed and change of recent price movements in a cryptocurrency. As with traditional finance (Tra…
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Slashing A succinct definition of Slashing SlashingLevel UpNEWIndividualsBusinessesDevelopersDiscoverCompanyGLOSSARYSLASHINGCopy linkShare on TwitterShare on FacebookShare on LinkedinSlashing‘Slashing’ refers to a mechanism used in Proof of Stake (PoS) blockchain networks to penalise validators (or stakers) who engage in malicious or negligent behaviour. The primary goal of slashing is to maintain the integrity and security of the network by discouraging and punishing actions that could harm…
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Zero-Knowledge Proof A succinct definition of Zero-Knowledge Proof Zero-Knowledge ProofLevel UpNEWIndividualsBusinessesDevelopersDiscoverCompanyGLOSSARYZERO-KNOWLEDGE PROOFCopy linkShare on TwitterShare on FacebookShare on LinkedinZero-Knowledge ProofA Zero-Knowledge (ZK) proof is a method of authentication where one user can prove the authenticity of certain information without conveying any extra information. In short, a ZK proof allows private information to be kept private during an exchange…
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Exit Strategy A succinct definition of Exit Strategy Exit StrategyLevel UpNEWIndividualsBusinessesDevelopersDiscoverCompanyGLOSSARYEXIT STRATEGYCopy linkShare on TwitterShare on FacebookShare on LinkedinExit StrategyIn cryptocurrency trading, an exit strategy is a plan for selling or liquidating a position to achieve the best possible financial outcome. This strategy is crucial for managing risk and securing profits, and involves setting predetermined price levels at which to sell to lock in pro…
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Web2 A succinct definition of Web2 Web2Level UpNEWIndividualsBusinessesDevelopersDiscoverCompanyGLOSSARYWEB2Copy linkShare on TwitterShare on FacebookShare on LinkedinWeb2While Web1 was focused on making information accessible to the public, Web2 — the current version of the internet we know today — is about creating and contributing. It has become the basis for the commercialisation of the internet, spawning significant applications, such as e-commerce, social media, and virtual communicati…
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Verifiable Delay Functions (VDFs) A succinct definition of Verifiable Delay Functions (VDFs) Verifiable Delay Functions (VDFs)Level UpNEWIndividualsBusinessesDevelopersDiscoverCompanyGLOSSARYVERIFIABLE DELAY FUNCTIONS (VDFS)Copy linkShare on TwitterShare on FacebookShare on LinkedinVerifiable Delay Functions (VDFs)Verifiable Delay Functions (VDFs) are cryptographic constructs essential for the security and efficiency of blockchain and cryptocurrency. In simple terms, a VDF is a mathematical puzz…
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Volatility A succinct definition of Volatility VolatilityLevel UpNEWIndividualsBusinessesDevelopersDiscoverCompanyGLOSSARYVOLATILITYCopy linkShare on TwitterShare on FacebookShare on LinkedinVolatilityIn cryptocurrency, volatility refers to the degree of variation in the price of a particular digital asset over time. Cryptocurrency markets are notoriously volatile compared to traditional financial (TradFi) markets like stocks or bonds. Several factors contribute to this volatility.Cryptocurrency…
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Offshore Account A succinct definition of Offshore Account Offshore AccountLevel UpNEWIndividualsBusinessesDevelopersDiscoverCompanyGLOSSARYOFFSHORE ACCOUNTCopy linkShare on TwitterShare on FacebookShare on LinkedinOffshore AccountAn offshore account is a bank account held in a country other than the one in which the account holder resides or where the funds are generated. These accounts are often opened in jurisdictions known for favourable tax regulations.Individuals and companies may open off…
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